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The last ruler of the Shang Dynasty was legendarily corrupt, with such vices as having a lake filled with alcohol, having orgies, ripping his uncles heart out, and becoming sexually aroused by watching torture. These charges are treated factually, but how likely are they accurate simply fabricated?

by /u/zachar3 in /r/AskHistorians

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